Oatmeal is one of the most common foods in the breakfast of many people. Although its versatility makes it ideal to consume it, whether cold or hot, in bowls mixed with fruit, such as topping of other preparations or as a complementary drink at the first moment of the day.
The magazine the Sports world, in its wellness and health section, notes that in addition to fiber, it has a satiating effect, which makes people less anxious about eating, which in many cases leads to eating too many calories that would raise cholesterol in the body.
This cereal is considered a superfood, a daily resource that everyone should take to take care of their health. In addition, it is good for the heart, regulates weight, improves digestion and prevents constipation, according to the portal Better with health.
On the other hand, studies carried out by Harvard University affirm that oatmeal water is one of the best alternatives to reduce cholesterol levels in the blood. Even, the fiber it contains also maintains blood glucose levels. Likewise, this type of fiber is the same as that found in apples, whose effectiveness in lowering cholesterol is well known.
Oatmeal, almond and apple smoothie
Ingredients:
- A cup of oatmeal.
- A green apple cut into cubes.
- A teaspoon of honey.
- A tablespoon of ground flaxseeds.
Preparation:
- Put all the ingredients in the blender and beat for two minutes maximum, until the liquid is quite creamy.
- Take preferably in the morning and before going to work.
- This smoothie will generate a great feeling of satiety.
Oatmeal and plum smoothie
Ingredients:
- Oatmeal: 2 heaping tablespoons.
- Dried plums: 5 units.
- Flaxseed: 1 teaspoon.
- Kefir: 1 cup (can be substituted for natural yogurt without sugar).
- Cocoa: 1 teaspoon.
Preparation:
- Place the plums in boiling water for 10 minutes.
- In a separate container, mix the cocoa, oatmeal and flaxseed.
- Add the kefir or yogurt and stir well.
- Strain the plums, cut them and place them in the mixture.
- Store in the fridge overnight and consume the next morning on an empty stomach.
Oatmeal, chia and banana smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana.
- ¼ cup of raw oatmeal.
- ½ cup of almond milk.
- 1 ½ tablespoons of chia seeds.
- 5 drops of vanilla extract.
- Cinnamon powder to taste.
- 1 cup of ice.
Preparation
- Put all the ingredients in the glass of a blender.
- Blend until smoothie has a creamy consistency.
- Serve immediately.
Oatmeal, cinnamon and apple smoothie
Ingredients
- 100 g of quick cooking oatmeal.
- A green apple.
- A glass of water (200 ml).
- A little cinnamon powder.
Preparation
- Wash and cut the apple into small pieces.
- It is not necessary to peel it, since it is precisely in the skin where many of its benefits are found to help reduce cholesterol.
- Boil the glass of water together with the oatmeal, so that cooking occurs.
- After 10 minutes, add the apple pieces, allowing it to cook for 20 minutes.
- When the apple is already soft, turn off the heat.
- Pass all the content through the blender to obtain a homogeneous smoothie.
- When drinking it, sprinkle a little cinnamon on top.
- This recipe is ideal to consume it for breakfast.